Orion, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Orion is moderately more affordable than Wilmington, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Orion scores 69 compared to 81 for Wilmington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Orion is $783/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Orion is more affordable at $168,300 median vs $216,400.

Median household income in Orion is $88,500 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (+39.3%). Orion offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Orion spend roughly 10.6% of their income on rent, less than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.2°F vs 49.4°F). Orion receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.